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Reefer Freight Rates in North Dakota

Current per-mile reefer freight rates for loads in, out of, and through North Dakota (ND). Baseline reefer rates run around $2.35/mile and flex with lane distance, fuel, season, and capacity around Fargo and Bismarck.

Sample reefer rates from North Dakota

LaneMilesMarket range$/mile
Intra-ND (regional)50$402 – $448$2.77
ND → TX1,430$2,798 – $2,982$2.02
ND → CA1,608$3,146 – $3,354$2.02
ND → IL912$1,897 – $2,047$2.16
ND → GA1,635$3,198 – $3,410$2.02

Sample rates only. Use the calculator for an exact reefer rate on your lane.

Top North Dakota reefer freight hubs

Fargo, ND
Bismarck, ND
Grand Forks, ND

What drives reefer rates in North Dakota

North Dakota reefer freight rates move with lane distance, fuel, seasonality, and capacity balance. Typical reefer loads in North Dakota include produce, meat and seafood, dairy. Shippers using reefer equipment out of Fargo usually price at or near the $2.35/mile national baseline, adjusted for the specific lane.

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Reefer freight rates in North Dakota — FAQ

What is the average reefer rate per mile in North Dakota?+

Reefer freight in North Dakota generally prices near $2.35 per mile, with short runs inside ND carrying a per-mile premium and long hauls amortizing lower.

How much does reefer shipping cost from Fargo, ND?+

Cost depends on distance and timing. Minimums for reefer freight start around $425; run your exact lane through the free rate tool for a current market range.

Which North Dakota markets have the most reefer capacity?+

Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks carry the deepest reefer capacity in North Dakota, so rates out of those markets are usually more competitive.

What drives reefer rates in ND up or down?+

Fuel prices, seasonality, weather, and the balance of inbound versus outbound freight in North Dakota all move reefer pricing week to week.

Is this a binding reefer freight quote?+

No. These are non-binding market benchmarks for budgeting and negotiation. Use the rate tool for a current market range on your specific lane.

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